2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (304 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
